flgreen Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Willie Colon: 'Santonio is back' September, 1, 2013 Sep 1 8:56 PM ET By Rich Cimini | ESPNNewYork.com Willie Veteran guard Willie Colon was asked about the New York Jets' instability at the quarterback position. He answered by naming the perceived strengths of the offense, and how those strengths would carry the unit more than the quarterback, whether it's Geno Smith or Mark Sanchez. HolmesInterestingly, the second item on his list was Santonio Holmes. He seemed rather confident that Holmes, the mercurial wide receiver with the surgically repaired foot, will play in Week 1. "Santonio is back," said Colon, who also mentioned the experienced offensive line, the additions of Chris Ivory and Mike Goodson (suspended) and the promising preseason of Bilal Powell as reasons to believe. Is Holmes really back? It's hard to get a straight answer out of him, but there's a sense of cautious optimism around the team -- not just from Colon -- that he'll be ready by next Sunday. From all indications, Holmes was limited in the two practices he's had since being removed from the physically unable to perform list. He was in full uniform Thursday night, participating in the pregame warm-ups and drills with his other teammates. "He looks good to me," Colon said. This, of course, will be one of the key storylines during the run-up to the season opener against the Bucs. Practice squad: The Jets announced the following signings: WR Michael Campbell, LB Troy Davis, S Rontez Miles, DT Tevita Finau, TE Chris Pantale, OT J.B. Shugarts and C Dalton Freeman. They have one opening. It'll probably go to LB Danny Lansanah if he clears waivers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greenseed4 Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 I can't wait for tomorrow's story line: "Santonio's actually not ready" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pointman Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 He just didn't want to practice in preseason. He will go week 1 and if gets toasted by Revis, he will blame his foot and go on the IR list. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flgreen Posted September 2, 2013 Author Share Posted September 2, 2013 He just didn't want to practice in preseason. He will go week 1 and if gets toasted by Revis, he will blame his foot and go on the IR list. I don't think he wants to play for the Jets, but he can't go IR. He has to establish some value this season, or next year he'll be playing for vets min Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T0mShane Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 I don't think he wants to play for the Jets, but he can't go IR. He has to establish some value this season, or next year he'll be playing for vets min Not sure what the cap ramifications might be, but I wonder if Idzik would give any thought to trading Holmes in-season. He could float that carrot to Holmes, getting him to play hard for 6 weeks, and he'll perhaps squeeze a low-round pick out of another team looking for a receiver. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pointman Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 I don't think he wants to play for the Jets, but he can't go IR. He has to establish some value this season, or next year he'll be playing for vets min I remember reading recently him saying he wanted to be here long term.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken Schroy Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 I think he will have some body soreness after 1 practice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gangreenman Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 I remember reading recently him saying he wanted to be here long term.. 98% of athletes say that when interviewed by the hometown media. They will end up where the money is best. Thats all that really matters Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kleckineau Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Colon needs to STFU. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neckdemon Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Colon needs to STFU. hey colon, shut up you a$$hole Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WeebKnows Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Holmes has to play... NFL is changing to a league where inexpensive youth is in and expensive veterans unless they really produce are out. If he sits around he plays for league minimum next year and has an uncertain future. IMO if he plays well he has a chance to sign a longer term contract with either us or someone else. I hope someone else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jorge o8 Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Willie Colon: 'Santonio is back' September, 1, 2013 Sep 1 8:56 PM ET By Rich Cimini | ESPNNewYork.com Willie Veteran guard Willie Colon was asked about the New York Jets' instability at the quarterback position. He answered by naming the perceived strengths of the offense, and how those strengths would carry the unit more than the quarterback, whether it's Geno Smith or Mark Sanchez. HolmesInterestingly, the second item on his list was Santonio Holmes. He seemed rather confident that Holmes, the mercurial wide receiver with the surgically repaired foot, will play in Week 1. "Santonio is back," said Colon, who also mentioned the experienced offensive line, the additions of Chris Ivory and Mike Goodson (suspended) and the promising preseason of Bilal Powell as reasons to believe. Is Holmes really back? It's hard to get a straight answer out of him, but there's a sense of cautious optimism around the team -- not just from Colon -- that he'll be ready by next Sunday. From all indications, Holmes was limited in the two practices he's had since being removed from the physically unable to perform list. He was in full uniform Thursday night, participating in the pregame warm-ups and drills with his other teammates. "He looks good to me," Colon said. This, of course, will be one of the key storylines during the run-up to the season opener against the Bucs. Practice squad: The Jets announced the following signings: WR Michael Campbell, LB Troy Davis, S Rontez Miles, DT Tevita Finau, TE Chris Pantale, OT J.B. Shugarts and C Dalton Freeman. They have one opening. It'll probably go to LB Danny Lansanah if he clears waivers. i hope is lansanah that kid plays hard and fast im getting tired of mauga never on the field Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kleckineau Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 hey colon, shut up you a$$hole ☺♂ He had some stuff to say about Sanchez last week too. But really, he's been a Jet for a few months and now all of a sudden he is the voice of the locker room? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pointman Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 98% of athletes say that when interviewed by the hometown media. They will end up where the money is best. Thats all that really matters Great factual statistic. Thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whodeawhodat Posted September 3, 2013 Share Posted September 3, 2013 ☺♂ He had some stuff to say about Sanchez last week too. But really, he's been a Jet for a few months and now all of a sudden he is the voice of the locker room? He is a badass, we need more badasses. as long as our line mauls, IDGAF what he says. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kleckineau Posted September 3, 2013 Share Posted September 3, 2013 He is a badass, we need more badasses. as long as our line mauls, IDGAF what he says. I get what your sayin but other guys in the locker room, vets that have been here a while, may not dig it too much. . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#27TheDominator Posted September 3, 2013 Share Posted September 3, 2013 I like Danny Lansanah, but he isn't exactly a kid. I know we all treat him like an UDFA, but he's 28 and has been out of school since 2008. I'm not against putting him on the PS, but if they don't that is probably why. For instance, Mauga is 2 years younger. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Blocker Posted September 4, 2013 Share Posted September 4, 2013 Colon is a talker, for better or worse. I saw an interview he did, and he was pretty funny, so I don't want to complain about him from the get go. Hopefully he's a positive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizard King Posted September 4, 2013 Share Posted September 4, 2013 Looking forward to the day when this douche is back in Free Agency. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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